One of the most studied diets happens to be a diet that kidney patients can benefit from. The DASH Diet is a foundational diet used by many dietitians and practitioners to support heart (and kidney) health. Our registered dietitian covers what a DASH diet is, how a DASH Diet can help chronic kidney disease patients, […] The post Is the Dash Diet Good for Kidney Disease? Yes – Here’s How! appeared first on Plant-Powered Kidneys | Renal Diet For Kidney Health ..read more

If you’ve been considering working with a registered dietitian nutritionist but were unsure if insurance would cover the cost, you’re not alone. The good news is that many health insurances do cover dietitian visits, but the process of finding out can be confusing. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through how to determine if … Does Insurance Cover Nutritionists? [Use Our Step-by-Step Guide] Read More » The post Does Insurance Cover Nutritionists? [Use Our Step-by-Step Guide] appeared first on Plant-Powered Kidneys | Renal Diet For Kidney Health ..read more

Choosing the right kidney-friendly desserts can be challenging. However, we can have our cake when we know what to look for when keeping our kidneys healthy. This article includes quick, easy, and kidney-friendly desserts to try for yourself. Each recipe will feature ingredients and directions, along with the nutrition information to help you decide if … 10 Kidney Friendly Desserts For Any Kidney Patient Read More » The post 10 Kidney Friendly Desserts For Any Kidney Patient appeared first on Plant-Powered Kidneys | Renal Diet For Kidney Health ..read more

Is celery good for kidneys? It’s a question we often hear from our readers who are navigating the complexities of managing kidney disease through dietary choices. In this article, we’re not only going to answer that question but also show you how to harness the incredible benefits of celery while keeping your kidney health in … Is Celery Good for Kidneys? The Facts and Fiction Read More » The post Is Celery Good for Kidneys? The Facts and Fiction appeared first on Plant-Powered Kidneys | Renal Diet For Kidney Health ..read more

Staying well-hydrated is one of the most important things a person can do to protect their kidneys. But sometimes, plain water can be plain boring. In this article, we will discuss good drinks for kidneys, plus ways to spruce up your water so you can protect your kidney health and stay hydrated throughout the day. … Good Drinks for Kidneys (and some to avoid!) Read More » The post Good Drinks for Kidneys (and some to avoid!) appeared first on Plant-Powered Kidneys | Renal Diet For Kidney Health ..read more

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition brought on by damage to the kidneys. There are 5 stages of kidney disease. If the kidneys go unprotected, additional damage occurs and the condition will worsen. Though stage 5 kidney disease is very serious, there is still a lot you can do to strengthen the kidneys. Read … Stage 5 Kidney Disease Diet From a Renal Dietitian Read More » The post Stage 5 Kidney Disease Diet From a Renal Dietitian appeared first on Plant-Powered Kidneys | Renal Diet For Kidney Health ..read more

Is celery good for kidneys? It’s a question we often hear from our readers who are navigating the complexities of managing kidney disease through dietary choices. In this article, we’re not only going to answer that question but also show you how to harness the incredible benefits of celery while keeping your kidney health in … Is Celery Good for Kidneys? The Facts and Fiction Read More » The post Is Celery Good for Kidneys? The Facts and Fiction appeared first on Plant-Powered Kidneys | Renal Diet For Kidney Health ..read more

Kidney stones can be a real pain. When mineral levels get too high, stones will form inside the kidneys. And many wonder if apple cider vinegar is a solution to stopping kidney stones. But does it actually work or is it just an old wives’ tale? This article explores what kidney stones are, how they … Apple Cider Vinegar for Kidney Stones: The truth Behind It Read More » The post Apple Cider Vinegar for Kidney Stones: The truth Behind It appeared first on Plant-Powered Kidneys | Renal Diet For Kidney Health ..read more

It is estimated that only 1 in 5 adults with hypertension, otherwise known as high blood pressure, have it under control. If you’re someone with high blood pressure, there are likely things you can change in your diet to better control it. This article includes foods to avoid with high blood pressure. We’ll also include … 15+ Foods to Avoid with High Blood Pressure + Better Options Read More » The post 15+ Foods to Avoid with High Blood Pressure + Better Options appeared first on Plant-Powered Kidneys | Renal Diet For Kidney Health ..read more

When you have kidney disease it’s important to be careful with phosphorus in the diet. This is because eating foods containing this mineral can lead to high phosphorus levels. As a registered dietitian with experience in both the CKD and dialysis worlds, I know phosphorus all too well after teaching it to thousands of kidney … Low Phosphorus Foods: Your Guide to The Low Phosphorus Diet Read More » The post Low Phosphorus Foods: Your Guide to The Low Phosphorus Diet appeared first on Plant-Powered Kidneys | Renal Diet For Kidney Health ..read more